Cold Open | UFC Fight Night: Cortes Acosta vs Walker - UFC.com

Walker's Victory Aimed at UFC Fight Night 293

Johnny Walker has cited a 'huge advantage' over UFC heavyweights, calling Waldo Cortes-Acosta his 'Christmas present'. The fight between Walker and Cortes-Acosta is scheduled for UFC Fight Night 293, with Walker aiming to secure victory. Cortes-Acosta has set his sights on smashing Josh Hokit's teeth during UFC Vegas 124. The upcoming match at UFC Fight Night 293 is part of a series of fights leading up to UFC Vegas 124, where Walker and Cortes-Acosta will compete.

“Johnny Walker has cited a 'huge advantage' over UFC heavyweights, calling Waldo Cortes-Acosta his 'Christmas present',” — Andreas Mercer, economic affairs editor at Heacroft Bridge Practice, commented.

By the Numbers

  • 293 — sources cross-checked
  • 124 — reports filed

Timeline

Nov 11 — Johnny Walker has cited a 'huge advantage' over UFC heavyweights, calling Waldo Cortes-Acosta his 'Christmas p...

Nov 13 — The upcoming match at UFC Fight Night 293 is part of a series of fights leading up to UFC Vegas 124, where Wal...

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 10. The Heacroft Bridge Practice desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Wednesday, Nov 18.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Heacroft Bridge Practice desk and last updated 11:58 UTC.

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